Code Next Oakland, Google Education
Code Next is a free, computer science education program that meets Black, Latinx and Indigenous high school students in their own communities, and provides the skills and inspiration they need for long and rewarding careers in computer science-related fields.
I worked as the head coach of Google’s Code Next from 2017-19 supporting curriculum development, mentorship programs and after school clubs taught by tech industry professionals. During my 2 year contract the program transitioned from a pilot program that was initially a collaboration between Google Education and MIT. I worked closely with a small team, Google employees, schools and local youth organizations to recruit students, design curriculum, clubs and mentorship programs. I worked closely with Code Next in New York to co-develop events such as Dia de los Muertos celebrations and the first Code Next Hackathon.